The Interior Design Trends Defining 2026
Interior design in 2026 is becoming warmer, more tactile, and more connected to nature.
One of the biggest trends we’re seeing at Green Wallscapes is the continued growth of biophilic design, particularly in the form of larger, more immersive natural features.
Bringing nature into the architecture
For years, plants have been used as finishing touches in interior spaces. Now, designers are increasingly making natural elements part of the design itself.
That can mean a floor-to-ceiling preserved moss wall, an oversized botanical installation, a custom moss feature integrated into millwork, or even a smaller plant painting that adds natural texture to an otherwise blank wall.
The goal is the same: create spaces that feel more organic, welcoming, and visually interesting.
In 2026, more is more
As Green Wallscapes founder Lindsay Scherr Burgess explains in the video, we’re seeing clients become more comfortable going bold with biophilic design.
Instead of adding a small amount of greenery to a space, designers are using plants, preserved moss, organic forms, and natural textures to create true focal points.
Large-scale moss walls are particularly well suited for spaces such as:
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Corporate offices and reception areas
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Hotels and hospitality spaces
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Restaurants
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Healthcare facilities
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Multifamily amenity spaces
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Retail environments
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Luxury residential interiors
These installations can turn an otherwise overlooked wall into one of the most memorable features in the space.
Biophilic design doesn't have to mean a full wall
Going bigger isn't the right solution for every project.
Smaller preserved moss art and botanical installations can bring the same sense of natural texture into spaces where a full moss wall isn't practical. Custom plant paintings, framed moss art, moss logos, and dimensional botanical features can all introduce biophilic elements at a different scale.
That's part of what makes this trend so versatile. Nature can be incorporated into nearly any interior, from a small office to a multi-story commercial space.
Why preserved moss works for modern interiors
Preserved moss offers the organic appearance and texture of real natural material without the maintenance requirements of a living green wall.
It does not require watering, soil, sunlight, or irrigation, making it especially useful for commercial interiors where maintaining living plants may be difficult.
Preserved moss can also be customized using different moss varieties, colors, patterns, and botanical elements, giving architects and interior designers considerable flexibility when creating a feature for a specific space.
The future of interiors looks more natural
As we move through 2026, we expect the demand for biophilic interiors, natural materials, organic textures, and statement greenery to continue.
Whether that means an expansive floor-to-ceiling moss wall or one carefully placed botanical artwork, the larger trend is clear: nature is becoming an increasingly intentional part of interior design.
Considering a moss wall or biophilic feature for your space?
Green Wallscapes creates custom preserved moss walls, moss logos, botanical installations, and moss art for commercial and residential projects across North America.